Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture vs Andean Condor

Cathartes burrovianus compared with Vultur gryphus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture Andean Condor
Scientific Name Cathartes burrovianus Vultur gryphus
Order Cathartiformes Cathartiformes
Family Cathartidae Cathartidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Vulnerable
Length — —
Wingspan 97.2 cm (38.3 in) 158.0 cm (62.2 in)
Weight 1185.0 g (41.80 oz) 11325.0 g (399.48 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2 1
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture only

Andean Condor only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture

Vulnerable

Andean Condor

About These Birds

Andean Condor

The Andean Condor is one of the world's largest flying birds, with a massive 158 cm wingspan and weighing over 11 kg. It soars on thermal currents along the Andes, scavenging carcasses across vast territories. This vulnerable species is a cultural icon across South American Andean nations.

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